Grand-master keying systems increase your property security and streamline day to day operations. Access control is achieved by starting with a well designed and maintained system.
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Comparing Key Systems: Standard Progression vs. Rotating Constant Method
Introduction In the world of locksmithing and security, master key systems are essential for managing access in large buildings like offices, schools, or apartments. These systems allow a hierarchy of keys where higher-level keys (like masters) can open multiple locks, while individual change keys are limited to specific doors. Two popular methods for designing theseContinue reading “Comparing Key Systems: Standard Progression vs. Rotating Constant Method”
How Not To Modify A Safe For Easier Access
The weakest link in this safe is the key operated timer lock. Duct taping the dial combination locks promoted the key lock to failure. The lock is not designed to secure the safe overnight, yet this is exactly how it was used. Here we showcase how one safe was modified for easier access using duct tape, how it failed, and what we did to open, repair, and upgrade the safe properly.
The Danger Of Bottom Pins Used As Top Pins In A Key Lock
The Danger Of Bottom Pins Used As Top Pins In A Key Lock
We are again finding more and more incorrectly rekeyed lock cylinders, recently \”worked on\” by a 3rd party locksmith or property handyman, using bottom pins as top pins. The calls for service come from customers who have found out that other keys, including the old keys, are working in the lock. This article discusses what we usually discover — the danger of bottom pins used as top pins in a key lock.
How Much Does Access Control Cost?
The most often question asked is “How much does Access Control cost?”. In this article we address the average access control cost for most small to medium sized business locations. The total cost is often better understood by answering the question “How much does Access Control cost per door?”. Let us take a look asContinue reading “How Much Does Access Control Cost?”
Get Your Safe Locks Serviced – It Is Important
Like the buttered side of freshly toasted bread seems to always land on the floor butter side down, the failed safe lock happens when the door is closed and securely locked. Getting your safe locks serviced regularly will save time, money, and aggravation.